The 1999 National Drug Control Strategy: Time to Reduce the Demand for Illegal Drugs
Abstract
This research project reviews the drug program over the previous century and evaluates the current strategy into the new millennium. It recommends better and more efficient ways to spend tax payer dollars to counter the ill effects of illegal drugs on the well-being and economy of the United States. The study will uses analyses of history and personal experience in evaluating what will and can work to fix the drug problem in America. It finally recommends that treatment for drug abusers between the ages of 18-32 should receive top priority and that drug treatment facilities such as the "Phoenix House" exemplify programs the U.S. government should consider providing dollars to for treatment of young drug abusers. The costs associated with incarcerating drug users, indicate that effective treatment is cheaper. Finally, if demands for illegal drugs are reduced then less money would be needed to defend the borders and more dollars would be available for effective treatment. The study concludes with recommendations for better methods to deal with addicts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 10, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA378205
Entities
People
- Jack Collins
Organizations
- United States Army War College